"A 10 minute vacation for the soul."
“And so I went into the second phase of my life. I began to live to give what I could, instead of get what I could, and I entered a new and wonderful world.” — Peace Pilgrim [Source: Steps Toward Inner Peace http://www.peacepilgrim.com/steps1.htm%5D
You learn to live with storms in the American Midwest, but I don’t think you ever get used to them. We live in a manufactured home. Thankfully, they aren’t built like they used to be. Newer models have vinyl or wood siding and shingled roofs, so we don’t have to deal with the sound of rain on a metal roof. But we live in a wooded area full of walnut and pecan trees so when it storms along with rain and possibly hail, tree branches and nuts fall as well. The first time we had a good storm it sounded like we were being bombed.
Early yesterday morning when I woke up to the sound of falling rain (and nuts) I also heard the old gospel song Till the Storm Passes By. I hope you will enjoy and find comfort in this version by Vestal Goodman.
“We need to meditate on what is peaceful. Once we have ‘filled up’ in this way, we once again have an abundance of love to send out into the world.” — Jean Shinoda Bolen [Source: http://www.doonething.org/quotes/innerpeace-quotes.htm%5D
“Peace comes from being able to contribute the best that we have, and all that we are, toward creating a world that supports everyone. But it is also securing the space for others to contribute the best that they have and all that they are.” —
HafsatAbiola in Architects of Peace: Visions of Hope in Words and Images (2000) edited by Michael Collopy
No matter how hard we try we cannot ignore the need of body, mind and spirit for rest. If we do not take time to rest and renew sooner or later the universe will intervene. For me this is when the car breaks down, the computer crashes, the electricity shuts down, or if all else fails to get my attention, I become physically ill unable to do much of anything.
First we must be sure we are getting enough sleep. The body must have sleep to recharge and repair itself. But rest can also involve meditation, spending time in nature, listening to music and other activities that are fun, joyful and help us reconnect with the Creator.
Set aside one day each week to rest, relax, recharge and reconnect. Turn off the “electronic devices.” Resist temptation to turn every activity into work, money or an opportunity for “success” and just be. Listen to the universe and you may receive the greatest inspiration yet.
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“Life is no brief candle to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got a hold of for the moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.” — George Bernard Shaw
“Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.”— Joseph Addison
Please take a minute to visit the Mayo Clinic website and read Heart-healthy diet: 8 steps to prevent heart disease. This informative article gives practical ideas for eating healthier. http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-disease/in-depth/heart-healthy-diet/ART-20047702
Love, real love, powers everything good. Let your life be an expression of your love of God, your love of all people around the world, and your love of all God’s other creations.— Jonathan Lockwood Huie
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